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Higher Thoughts

by Amanda Bjerke

Conversations with my thoughts.I’m in my head all the time so I figured, why not share the thoughts that run through it; someone might find them interesting. If you have a different idea, this is a place for discussion; so please, share your thoughts as well — we're all learning. Share your thoughts with me on TikTok: @lifelong_learner

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Episodes

  1. 23. Thoughts on birthdays

    When is your birthday, and do you celebrate it? Today completes my 23rd rotation around the sun, and I celebrated life today by doing things that make me happy! I ate some falafel Döner, sat outside by a campfire, and took some time to reflect on this past year. Let me know your thoughts |…

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  2. 22. Thoughts on human life

    Human life is a delicate, intricate thing. Is there “value” in human life? I had a student once say, “I don’t care that she’s human.” It is interesting to me that for some people, they see no value in human life. Whereas for me, I think it can truly be an exceptional experience. I have studied…

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  3. 21. Thoughts on being happy and sharing that with the world

    The world we are living in feels like a dark place. The last year has been chaotic, frustrating, and disheartening at times. Anger and hatred seem to be the loudest emotions because our world has been consumed by their volume. Because of that, I feel a sense of responsibility to share good, share...

  4. 20. Thoughts on being 22 and the movie “Soul”

    What is a soul? How would you describe it? Speaking of fish references, if Dory from Finding Nemo were a human, and if life ever got her down, I could imagine her singing, “Just keep living. Just keep living. Living living living. What do you do when you live? Live.” Coincidence, I think not 😉

  5. 19. Thoughts on 2020 and looking forward

    What has been the best part of your 2020? Wow, this year has been a wild journey, but here we are at the end. If I’ve learned anything from 2020, it’s that the path to the future is very unpredictable and tomorrow is not promised to anyone. What have you learned this year? Share your thoughts…

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  6. 18. Thoughts on using your voice and speaking your truth

    Your voice is powerful. As soon as you realize this and understand your power, you are truly free and unstoppable.

  7. 17. Thoughts on being present and the feeling of loneliness

    If you could no longer experience any one human emotion, which one would it be?

  8. 16. Thoughts on “The Social Dilemma” and the unnamed problem or fear

    What role does social media and your phone play in your life? Are you afraid of success?

  9. 14. Thoughts on education and human behavior in a pandemic

    I’ve been feeling so feelings lately, and I’d like to express them. This podcast episode is a form of reflection for me on the past few weeks and observations I’ve made.

  10. 13. Thoughts on personal intimacy and “influencers”

    Everyone may know your name, but no one will know the whole truth of your story.

  11. 12. Thoughts on transitional time periods and change

    This is a weird time period for me because I am going through a change that I do not yet have the words to articulate.

  12. 11. Thoughts on self-doubt and imposter syndrome

    You are enough; you are beautiful; you are capable—right now in this moment.

  13. 10. Thoughts on education and reopening schools

    What are the effects of reopening schools (on our students, teachers, communities, etc.)? What is the purpose of reopening our schools in the fall? Why are we considering reopening schools this fall? Please share your thoughts. Disagreement ≠ disrespect.

  14. 9. Thoughts on religion and the current human experience

    How do you conceptualize a higher power? What do you have faith in? How do you practice your faith?

  15. 8. Thoughts on YouTube and TikTok

    Who are some of your favorite content creators on YouTube and/or TikTok? What have you learned from them?

  16. 7. Thoughts on loving yourself

    What makes you feel loved, and why?

  17. 6. Thoughts on facing your fears

    What are you afraid of? What is keeping you from truly living your life?1

  18. 5. Thoughts on manifestation through journaling

    Write down your goals; visualize how it would feel to accomplish them.

  19. 4. Thoughts on becoming aware of systematic trauma

    Trauma is uncomfortable and painful to address, but it needs to be done in order to grow

  20. 2. Thoughts on overthinking

    Why don’t we treat ourselves the way we ought to be treated?

  21. 1. Thoughts on productivity and success during a pandemic

    “It’s something that you . . .” . . . what? How do you define success?

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Conversations with my thoughts.I’m in my head all the time so I figured, why not share the thoughts that run through it; someone might find them interesting. If you have a different idea, this is a place for discussion; so please, share your thoughts as well — we're all learning. Share your thoughts with me on TikTok: @lifelong_learner

HOSTED BY

Amanda Bjerke

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Conversations with my thoughts.I’m in my head all the time so I figured, why not share the thoughts that run through it; someone might find them interesting. If you have a different idea, this is a place for discussion; so please, share your thoughts as well — we're all learning. Share your...

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